A dedicated Rowcroft Hospice healthcare assistant is taking “going the extra mile” to a whole new level this April – running an incredible 256 miles across Wales to support the patients and families at the heart of her work.

Heidi Treleaven, 51, who works in Rowcroft’s Inpatient Unit, will begin her epic race on Tuesday 14 April, taking on six back-to-back ultramarathons over six...

A South West housebuilder is supporting a local charity with a generous donation.

Barratt Bristol, which is currently building a number of new housing developments across the region, has donated £1,500 to Jay’s Aim as part of its community chest fund.

The Newton Abbot based charity aims to raise awareness and support heart screenings for young people in the region to identify...

Sweet chestnut blight has been confirmed in Devon, the Forestry Commission has said today (Thursday 26 March).

In response to the outbreak, the Forestry Commission has introduced restrictions on the movement of susceptible material in parts of South Devon from Thursday 2 April. These measures are designed to contain the disease and reduce the risk of further spread.

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National Highways is reminding drivers in the South West to carry out simple vehicle checks before travelling, as new figures show spring breakdowns on England’s motorways and major A-roads are 25.6% higher than in 2022.

A drug sniffer dog assisted police as part of a proactive operation to detect drugs in pubs in the city last week.

On Tuesday 10 March, Police drugs dog Jasper joined a team of 10 officers, police community support officers and special constables to search for drugs in Plymouth pubs.

The operation saw the team visit six pubs in the city, carrying out...

Businesses across the county are being invited to attend a new full-day event in Torquay aimed at helping them better understand digital technology and artificial intelligence.

Organised by Devon Chamber of Commerce, Digital Devon will take place on 9 June at the Riviera Centre, running from 10am to 4pm.

The event will bring together speakers, workshops and...

The Manor Pavilion Theatre Sidmouth has announced its reopening following the refurbishment of its auditorium.

Theatre-goers can enjoy a refurbished auditorium with bespoke new seating, retaining the charm of the traditional theatre while improving the theatre experience.

The venue has reopened with a much-anticipated show from East Devon Dance Academy: Debut from the Small...

East Devon District Council is urging residents and visitors to put their safety first and strictly follow path closures currently in place along Sidmouth seafront, as essential cliff works continue.

A recent cliff inspection identified a large crack in a wall structure above the Millennium Walkway. The cobblestone wall has had a crack behind it for some time, however professional...